Written in the early 1900s, this French-language book provides a detailed look at the Brazilian states of Espírito Santo, São Paulo, Paraná, and Minas Geraes. The author, a historian and diplomat, describes the geography, economy, and culture of each region, as well as the political and social issues facing Brazil at the time.

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